For the 25th anniversary , the NWWF has assembled one of the finest lineups of chefs in its history . Four represented restaurants are Michelin-starred , at least 13 chefs have been recognized for their excellence by the James Beard Foundation and many boast additional magazine accolades , including Forbes Travel Guide , Food & Wine , Esquire , and Elite Traveler to name a few . Among the list include many recognizable faces , with chefs who have hosted , competed on or made guest appearances on television shows , including Top Chef , Chopped , MasterChef and more .
“ We are extremely excited to welcome many of the biggest names and most trailblazing chefs representing several of the most popular restaurants across the country ,” said Kelley Bailey , 2025 Chef Committee Chair . “ Their participation in the 2025 event helps build momentum toward what promises to be another tremendous weekend in support of children in our community .”
Following Friday ’ s opening festivities , guests will flock to the Festival ’ s main event – Saturday ’ s famed live auction , featuring some of the most incredible ,
one-of-a-kind wine , travel and culinary experiences in the world . All proceeds from the live auction will benefit charities that improve the physical , emotional and educational lives of underprivileged and at-risk children in Collier County .
Ticket packages for the 25th annual Naples Winter Wine Festival start at $ 17,500 per couple for a Double Magnum package and $ 40,000 for two couples to experience a Jeroboam Package . For additional information , please visit : napleswinefestival . com / about-the-festival .
About Naples Winter Wine Festival
The Naples Winter Wine Festival ( NWWF ), one of the world ' s most prestigious charity wine auctions , offers a weekend of unforgettable memories . Guests enjoy world-class food and wine during intimate dinners in elegant , private homes and other landmark settings throughout Naples and are invited to bid on once-in-a-lifetime travel and wine experiences during an electrifying live auction . Since its inaugural event in 2001 , the
NWWF has raised almost $ 302 million , making a profound difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of children in Collier County .
About Naples Children & Education Foundation
The Naples Children & Education Foundation ( NCEF ), the founding organization of the Naples Winter Wine Festival , is improving the educational , emotional and health outcomes of underprivileged and at-risk children . Through its annual grants and
strategic initiatives , NCEF has impacted close to 90 of the most effective nonprofits in the local community , providing 350,000 children with the services and resources they need to excel . NCEF ' s unique approach , which emphasizes collaboration between organizations and bridges public and private resources , has become a blueprint for how to transform a community , one issue at a time .
For additional information on the Naples Children & Education Foundation or the Naples Winter Wine Festival , contact Lisa Juliano at lisa @ napleswinefestival . com or 239-514-2239 .
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